Sayreville War Memorial High School - Quo Vadis Yearbook (Parlin, NJ)

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Excellence Acknowledged The traditional lighting of candles and re- ceiving of pins highlighted the May 9th induc- tion ceremony of the National Honor Society. The 53 juniors and seniors who were inducted had been chosen for membership on the basis of the four NHS Qualities: Leadership, Scholar- ship, Character and Service. Following brief comments about each of the Qualities by officers John Mazurkiewicz, Sherri Szarvas, Paul Travisano and Kathleen Drwal, Mr. Dill inducted the new members. When each new member had lit a candle and re- ceived a pin, the entire membership repeated the NHS Pledge. Entertainment during the ceremony was provided by the Jazz Ensemble which played Harlem Nocturne and The Preacher. Paul Travisano sang Breaking Us In Two. Following the ceremony, the 400 parents and friends who had attended joined the membership for a reception in the cafeteria. After receiving his pm. Butch Hoover lights his taper from the candle representing knowledge Pride is shown in the faces of Paul Travisano and Kathy Drawl as they march in the processional Dedication and hard work are honored as Ellen Lockwood accepts her NHS pin from Mr Dill.

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 LOVE IT SWMHS TENNIS OPPONENT Despite a 7-17 record, the Boys' Varsity Tennis Team displayed more improvement and potential than previous years. Evidence of individual improve- ment was reflected in Senior Phil Livoti's successful move from 2nd doubles to 2nd singles. At 1st sin- gles, sophomore Ed Chin proved his maturing tennis ability during many difficult matches against state and nationally ranked play- ers. Most consistent in their posi- tion was the match up of Junior Gregg Pachkowski and sopho- more Tate O'Connor at 2nd dou- bles, who were occasionally called upon to play 1st doubles. Other notable players were Frank Snyder, Al Ciprich, Tom McCar- thy, and Steve Despirito. Looking to the 1985 season, the return of Gregg Pachkowski, Tom McCarthy, juniors Ed Chin Tate O'Connor, Steve Despirito, and sophomore Al Ciprich will be a major advantage for the team. SWINGERS An early-season injury to Coa- ch Larry Helwig sent the '84 Golf Team off to a shakey start. Fortu- nately, Coach Jack Hefelfinger stepped in to lead the team to a 5-15 record. Lacking seasoned veterans, the Bombers had to rely on under- classmen to carry the team. Cap- tain Mike Eckstrom and senior Paul Platkin led their inexperienced team to victories over top-rated teams. Fine performances were also turned in by juniors Steve Hol- lender, Chris Dieker and Bob Delgesso. Mike Eckstrom was named to the Second Team, All- Conference. Coach Hefelfinger commented that the young team now has ex- perience to take into the '85 sea- son. He hopes that by bringing their stroke average down to 45 or better, the '85 season will be very successful. Don't blame me. It was all his fault TOP: Steve Levenson, Tom McCarthy, Steve Despirito, Frank Snyder. Ed Chin, Coach Nicholiason BOTTOM: Randy Defillipio, Al Siprich. Phil Livoti, Gregg Pachkowski, Jou Lui. 0 I East Brunswick 1 5 V J Pr Stevens 4 4 S. ST. Marys 1 0 Colonia .5 1 South River 4 0 Madison Central 6 1 Woodbridge 4 4 Perth Amboy 1 0 Saint Josephs 5 0 Cedar Ridge .5 0 East Brunswick 5 0 J.P. Stevens 5 1 H Colonia 4 3 Carteret 2 1 North Brunswick 4 1 MadiSop Central 4 3 Woodbridge 2 1 Edison 4 3 Carteret 2 4 Perth Amboy 1 2 Saint Josephs 3 2 Edison 3 5 . $ A. St. Marys 0 0 Cedar Ridge 5 . wiJT.-- 1984 V ) f N GOLF 4 Driving for victory. Paul Platkin readies his swing I BACK: Coach Hefelfinger. Brian Coyle. Al Budny, Chris Dieker, Mike Eckstrom, Steve Hollender, Bill SWMHS . OPPONENT 232 East Brunswick 204 240 J.P, Stevens 198 245 Colonia 215 231 Madison Cen- tral 227 241 Woodbridge k 235 228 Saint Josephs 220 249 South River 243 259 Cedar Ridge 254 242 East Brunswick 207 231 South River 236 231 Metuchen 241 255 Colonia 222 241 Madison Cen- tral 232 237 Woodbridge 251 249 Edison 247 247 Carteret 253 240 Saint Josephs 228 237 Edison 233 232 Cedar Ridge 237 237 J.P. Stevens 230 5-15 1984 V 7 Peschler, Dave Leitner FRONT: Rob DelGesso. TENNIS GOLF 23 Ken Kurczeski, Larry Fernandez, Glenn Van Pell

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Canada Or Bust!! Shining with pride. Mr. Shaner and Janet Dell display the band's bronze medal. The Sayreville Marching Band traveled to Canada in April, 1984 to compete in the Toronto International Music Festival. During their 4 day stay, the students took the opportunity to meet band members from other nations as well as enjoy the sights and sounds of Canada. Upon entering the country, the musicians were treated to the spectacle of Niagara Falls. Once in Toronto, they visited the CN Tower, the Ontario Science Museum and the colo- nial Pioneer Village. The band members did not venture to Toronto merely for a vacation. Their turn to compete came on the final day of the festival, Saturday, April 28th. Their effort was amply re- warded. The Bomber Band was the only group at the com- petion to receive the Bronze Medal. Head band director Kevin Shaner and drum major Janet Dell accepted the award on behalf of the entire group. On Sunday, the band, filled with pride, left Toronto to return to New Jersey. Throughout the trip home, everyone compared their souvenirs and happy memories. After a week-end of hard work, Paul Caruso takes time out for a cat-nap . BAND TRIP 25